Activism involves speaking up for minorities and the voiceless. Queer activist Hlengiwe Buthelezi speaks to us about the challenges of it all. Queer Activist Hlengiwe Buthelezi. Images via Instagram: @Hlegs55 Queer liberation in Africa is still a dream. That’s why we need the bravery of LGBTIQIA+ activists to keep trying to fight against those who […]

Illegal cigarettes worth approximately R20 million were seized in Bronkhorstspruit after entering South Africa via the Beitbridge border on Monday, 1 May. The South African Revenue Service (SARS), police and Tshwane Metro Police were involved in the seizure. ALSO READ: SAPS Constable allegedly shoots wife and her two siblings TRUCK DRIVER FLEES THE SCENE, LEAVING […]

Sexual grooming is a pervasive issue that affects children all over the world, and South Africa is no exception. byGCIS Vuk’uzenzele 02-05-2023 15:47 in News Image: GCIS Vuk’uzenzele. Parents and caregivers should make sure that their children do not fall prey to sexual groomers. The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development says sexual grooming occurs when […]

Suspects allegedly involved in the over 160 incidents where Intercape buses have been attacked and passengers robbed have been arrested. byNokwanda Ncwane 02-05-2023 15:34 in Eastern Cape Intercape has called for Government to intervene after a bus driver was killed and a series of attacks targeted other coaches. Image: Danny Foster / Flickr Two suspects who […]

Thousands of children in rural South Africa are set to learn how to ride and maintain bicycles, thanks to an innovative partnership between organisations from the UK and South Africa which will establish a specialist cycle hub. Since 2016, the University of Leeds and the Bambisanani Partnership have devised and delivered a Cycling to Success […]

As a member of the ICC, South Africa has a legal duty to fully cooperate with the court, including the execution of Putin’s arrest warrant. International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands. Image: GroundUp. The International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for President Vladimir Putin of Russia for alleged war crimes, and his possible participation […]

The National Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) welcomed the rains that fell in the Western Cape catchments over the weekend and earlier this week, and the Berg River Catchment area saw a notable increase in dam levels. INDIVIDUAL DAMS REMAIN STABLE, BUT BERG RIVER CATCHMENT AREA SHOWS SIGNIFICANT INCREASE The DWS spokesperson, Wisane Mavasa, said […]

A South African Police Service (SAPS) Constable allegedly shot and killed his wife and two of her siblings on Saturday, 29 April. The deadly incident followed a dispute in the marriage. ALSO READ: Off-duty police captain arrested for killing a housebreaking suspect MASOYI CONSTABLE ALLEGEDLY SHOOTS DEAD WIFE AND HER SIBLINGS According to reports, the […]

DStv Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns have been rated as the top side in Africa, but Rhlani Mokwena is having none of it. Sundowns coach Rhulani Mokwena delivers a press conference. Image: @Masandawana/Twitter. After suffering a 6-2 defeat from Mamelodi Sundowns over two quarter-final legs, CR Belouizdad coach Nabil Kouki has rated Kabo Yellow as the […]

Approximately 120 000 birds have died or have been culled since avian influenza was detected at two commercial layer farms in the Paardeberg area in the Western Cape. The provincial Department of Agriculture is advising the public and farming sector to remain vigilant. ALSO READ: Avian flu detected in Western Cape, 120 000 birds culled RISK […]

The SIU has commended UJ for returning R311 million to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) made up of unallocated student funds. University of Johannesburg, Auckland Park. Image credit: Wikimedia Commons/Aurobindo Ogra The University of Johannesburg has returned R311 million to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), the Special Investigating Unit (SIU), which […]

Hundreds of Community Work Programme (CWP) workers held a protest at the ANC headquarters in Johannesburg on Monday. Hundreds of Community Work Programme (CWP) workers marched to ANC headquarters in Johannesburg demanding higher wages, among other things. Photos: Chris Gilili via Groundup Article originally published on GroundUp By Chris Gilili Hundreds of Community Work Programme (CWP) workers marched […]

Entries to Miss South Africa (Miss SA) are officially open, and this time the beauty pageant is making history with its new, all-inclusive entry requirements. After announcing that married women can compete in the national competition, organisers have gone a step further with more. ALSO READ: Amy Kleinhans-Curd: 5 Facts of Former Miss SA and ‘RHOWL’ […]

Kaizer Chiefs coach Arthur Zwane has made a damning admission after this past weekend’s shock loss to Swallows. Arthur Zwane, coach of Kaizer Chiefs. Photo: Samuel Shivambu/BackpagePix Kaizer Chiefs’ hopes of finishing in the top two in the DStv Premiership effectively suffered a catastrophic blow after a disappointing 2-1 defeat to lowly Swallows at the Peter Mokaba […]

Finally, Lucky Dube’s daughter Nkulee Dube detailed her father’s murder when he was shot dead while sitting beside him. It’s already 15 years since the singer lost his life in 2007, leaving the whole world in pain. Lucky had established himself as one of the finest reggae artists of all time alongside greats like Bob Marley. […]

History doesn’t matter: ‘Don’t measure us halfway through the competition’, says Jake White. Bulls wing Kurt-Lee Arendse in action against the Stormers. Photo: Anton Geyser. Jake White is bullish about the Bulls’ prospects of beating the Stormers in their quarter-final showdown in Cape Town this weekend. ALSO READ: Springboks – Six Potential openside flank options to […]

Towards the end of last year, Rassie Erasmus reiterated the importance and power of social media, admitting he had to change his approach to using this platform. Such sentiments came soon after World Rugby dramatically issued Erasmus with another ban on all match-day activities for two Tests as a result of social media posts on […]

State power utility Eskom has announced that load shedding will be ramped up to higher stages this afternoon (Tuesday) due to delays in the return to service of at least nine generating units. Stage 6 load shedding will commence from 4 pm this afternoon until 5 am on Wednesday morning. This will be followed by […]

The Automobile Association (AA) said unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) indicates a MASSIVE increase in the prices of both grades of petrol. THE MASSIVE PETROL PRICE INCREASE WILL COME INTO EFFECT WEDNESDAY Petrol prices are currently at R22.64 a litre (93) and R22.97 (95) inland. The expected increase would put these fuel grades at […]

South Africa has been grappling with power cuts for 15 years, which have worsened in recent years. The persistent power outages have disrupted every facet of life, including food safety. The Conversation Africa’s Ina Skosana spoke to food safety expert Lise Korsten about the impact of persistent power cuts on the food in our homes […]

A man, believed to be around 40-years-old, has survived a shark attack in Mdumbi, Transkei. The attack took place around 14h00 on Monday (1 May). The man had been free diving. Bruce Sandman, NSRI Headquarters Operations Manager, said NSRI Mdumbi lifeguards and NSRI Headquarters lifeguard instructors, who were fortunately in the area conducting lifeguard training, responded. […]

Are you ready for the Daily Lotto draw on Monday, 1 May 2023? It’s yet another chance to find out whether or not you’re one of South Africa’s latest Daily Lotto winners. If you’ve decided to Phanda, Pusha, Play, then you might just strike it rich. Good luck! The Daily Lotto jackpot for Monday, 1 […]

A mine in Lesotho has announced the discovery of a spectacular and history-making 108 carat pink diamond. According to the Lesotho Minister of Natural Resources it is “one of the most significant diamonds found to date in Lesotho”. Storm Mountain Diamonds’ CEO said it is “exceptionally rare” and that history has been made as it’s […]

British newspapers have reported that Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle are “in talks with Netflix” to film a documentary in South Africa. The doc would highlight their humanitarian efforts in the country, and include the couple helping to build new homes for locals. Netflix and the couple’s Archewell Foundation have collaborated before on […]

South Africa’s foreign minister Dr Naledi Pandor welcomed home the remaining group of South Africans who were evacuated from conflict-stricken Sudan. Speaking at OR Tambo International Airport on Sunday, the Minister expressed delight at the return of the citizens. “We thought that it is important that the people of South Africa see that all the […]